2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | B2500 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
